Lifton's Four Elements of Survivorship

Lifton's Four Elements of Survivorship describe the key themes individuals experience after a traumatic event: 1. **Flight** – a desire to escape or avoid reminders of the trauma. 2. **Death** – confronting mortality and the loss associated with the event. 3. **Detachment** – emotional numbness or disconnection from others and oneself. 4. **Recovery** – working through pain, finding meaning, and rebuilding life. These elements reflect the complex process of healing and adjustment, highlighting both the challenges and potential growth that can come from surviving trauma.